In 2023, Germany led natural gas consumption in the non-ferrous metal sector among European countries, with a slight increase of 0.036%. Spain showed significant growth at 4.97%, while Greece saw a remarkable 17.71% rise. Conversely, Bosnia and Herzegovina experienced a sharp decline of 23.84%. Notably, Lithuania's consumption plummeted by 47.47%. Over the last five years, the consumption trend has seen fluctuations, reflecting broader economic and geopolitical factors.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts due to decarbonization efforts, technological advancements in metal processing, and geopolitical impacts on natural gas supply. Monitoring countries' energy transition strategies will be crucial. Additionally, renewable energy integration and regulatory changes could reshape consumption patterns.
Top countries in Natural Gas Final Consumption in Non-Ferrous Metal Sector Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 20.68 | 2023 | +3.14% | +0.036% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 11.39 | 2023 | +4.38% | +4.97% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 10.22 | 2023 | +3.16% | +1.92% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 9.08 | 2023 | -1.03% | -1.16% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 7.09 | 2023 | +2.43% | +17.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 6.12 | 2023 | +5.94% | -1.98% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 5.62 | 2023 | +0.15% | +0.14% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 4.65 | 2023 | +1.3% | +0.46% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 4.15 | 2023 | +5.52% | +0.46% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ukraine | 3.82 | 2023 | +0.0073% | +1.72% | View data |
